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November 2017 - Canada's Capital: Ottawa
ParticipantsAllie
Bev(baglady) ~ Done
Bonita ~ Done
Book Concierge ~ Done
Denise ~ Done
Jan ~ Done
JoAnne ~ Done
Karen ♐ ~ Done
Kathryn ~ Done
Kim E ~ Done
Marina ~ Done
Margo
Olivermagnus ~ Done
Patrizia ~ Done
Sarah ~ Done
My Spot :)Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL: The Woman on the Orient Express by Lindsay Jayne Ashford 11/13/17****
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (farmer): Seeds of Revenge by Wendy Tyson 11/11/17***
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book where the characters take a boat ride: Casino Royale by Ian Fleming 11/19/17***
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE: The Circuit Rider by Dani Amore 11/3/17*****
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian: How the Light Gets In by Louise Penny 11/8/17*****
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK: Black Harvest by Alex Lukeman 11/16/17***
Thank you!Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
√1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL. - Reykjavík Nights: Murder in Reykjavík by Arnaldur Indridason 11.7.17
√2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) - Gabri and Olivier run a bistro in Glass Houses by Louise Penny 11.19.17
√3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in RIDEAU CANAL. - The Woman on the Orient Express by Lindsay Jayne Ashford 11.8.17
√4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
#15 Miss Zukas Shelves the Evidence by Jo Dereske 11.10.17
√5. Canadian War Museum
√✱ Read a book written by a Canadian - Forty Words for Sorrow by Giles Blunt 11.5.17
√6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why)
by Patricia Wentworth 11.14.17 - the man in sihouette, the body with a knife in the back - it's creepy and haunting
Welcome Denise! You are my first co-challenger! I'm glad you joined and hope you enjoy the group and the challenge.
I'm in for all 6!1.) Book is tagged GOTHIC:
12/18/172.) Read a book with a character that cooks/serves food:
12/5/17 All these characters do is make and serve breakfast/dinner/tea.3.) Read a book with a body of water on the cover or takes a boat ride:
11/18/17 Technically that boat on the cover is in the sea even if it's red lol. But all these characters do is hop on one boat after another. 4.)
5.) Author initials can be found in WAR MUSEUM: (AW)
by Alison Weir 12/13/176.) Author initials can be found in HAUNTED WALK: (LW) With
by Lauren Willig 11/14/17.
Canada's Capital: OttawaNovember 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
Lora Leigh - Nauti Nights 11/10/17
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
Kate Angell - Squeeze Play 11/16/17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
Cherrie Lynn - Rock Me 11/14/17
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
Andy McDermott - The Hunt for Atlantis 11/19/17
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian
Lynsay Sands - A Quick Bite 11/7/17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Lauren Hammond - 12 Rounds 11/23/17
Welcome Allie & Bonita! Enjoy your visit to Ottawa :)
Ah why not?Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Day Tripper:
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover
by Mary Ann Shaffer read nov 20175. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian Waking Gods by Sylvain Neuvel read nov 2017
6. Haunted Walk of Ottiwa
✱ Read a book tagged HORROR on its GR Homepage NOS4R2 by Joe Hill read nov 2017
Canada's Capital: OttawaNovember 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Level: Explorer: 6/6
The first capital we are exploring is Canada's beautiful and fascinating city of Ottawa. Here are a few interesting facts to share before we start our visit:
✱ It sits on the south bank of the Ottawa River near Montréal and the US border.
✱ Queen Victoria of Britain chose Ottawa to be the capital of Canada in 1857.
✱ There are 4 distinct seasons with temperatures ranging from 33C in summer to -25C.
✱ It’s a bilingual city with most locals speaking both English and French.
✱ It’s one of the youngest cities in the country with nearly half the population being under the age of 35.
Let's start exploring - choose a level and enjoy your trip!
Day Tripper: 4 Attractions
Explorer: 5-6 Attractions
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL. My Life Before Me Norah McClintock 11/29 ****
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc)
A Grimm Warning Chris Colfer 11/25 *** (Farmer Brown and Rook are farmers)
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover
Greg Iles 11/13/17 *****4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR
No Excuses: A Memoir Derrick Coleman 11/16/17 *** (Was either #15 or #40 on my Overdrive TBR)
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage
The Sandcastle Girls Chris Bohjalian 11/1/17 ***
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in HAUNTED WALK. Digging to America Anne Tyler 11/30 **
I love the photo on #4. That is cool!Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
Flight Alyssa Rose Ivy 11/2/17
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
Split Second Kasie West 11/6/17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover - a river
Walk the Edge Katie McGarry 11/11/174. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
Coraline Neil Gaiman 11/12/17
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage
Woods Runner Gary Paulsen 11/15/17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Pivot Point Kasie West 11/5/17
Welcome to the challege JoAnne! It is a great pic :)
Capitol of the Month - Ottawa, CanadaBegins: 01Nov17 / Ends: 30Nov17
LEVEL: Explorer: 6 / 6 completed
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL - A.P. - Ann Patchett / The Magician's Assistant ✔ – 16Nov17
2. ByWard Market ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in BYWARD MARKET - A.B.R - Ann B. Ross / Miss Julia Hits the Road ✔ – 06Nov17
3. Rideau Canal ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in RIDEAU CANAL. - C.L. - Camilla Läckberg / The Hidden Child ✔ – 02Nov17
4. Garden Promenade ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE - D.G. - GABALDON, Diana / Drums of Autumn ✔ – 01Nov17
5. Canadian War Museum ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in WAR MUSEUM - W.R. - Willy Russell / Educating Rita ✔ – 01Nov17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials can be found in HAUNTED WALK - L.H. - Lyn Hamilton / The Xibalba Murders ✔ – 24Nov17
QUESTION: Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in xxxxI assume you mean INITIALS ... not the full name ...
I meant initial....I will get it updated BC! Thanks for catching that :)
Canada's Capital: OttawaNovember 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
100 pg min
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL. - The Woman on the Orient Express Lindsay Jayne Ashford - 11/11
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) - MCs are chefs - Into the Fire Amanda Usen
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in RIDEAU CANAL. - My Kind of Christmas Robyn Carr - 11/6
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE. - The Heart of Falcon Ridge D.L. Roan - 11/18
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian - Rocky Mountain Angel Vivian Arend - 11/6
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in HAUNTED WALK. - Duncan's Bride Linda Howard - 11/16
I'll jump in with Explorer.Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Progress: 6/6
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book that has a building with spires on the cover OR
✱ Read a book tagged Gothic on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff 11/9/17
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a fruit or vegetable on the cover OR
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
The Martian by Andy Weir 11/23/17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover OR
✱ Read a book where the characters go ice skating or take a boat ride OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
The Secret of the Forgotten Cave by Carolyn Keene 11/24/17
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book with a garden on the cover OR
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
My Cousin Rachel by Daphne du Maurier 11/1/17
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WAR MUSEUM.
Anne of the Island by L.M. Montgomery 11/8/17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book tagged HORROR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley 11/19/17
Canada's Capital: OttawaDuration: 11/1/17 - 11/30/17
Level - Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
XX1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book that has a building with spires on the cover OR
✱ Read a book tagged Gothic on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
Dear Mr. You by Mary-Louise Parker 11/4/17
XX2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a fruit or vegetable on the cover OR
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus 11/2/17
XX3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover OR
by Rachel Caine 11/6/17✱ Read a book where the characters go ice skating or take a boat ride OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
XX4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book with a garden on the cover OR
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
Wonder by R.J. Palacio 11/11/17
XX5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in WAR MUSEUM.
The Perfect Stranger by Megan Miranda 11/1/17
XX6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book tagged HORROR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah 11/9/17
Ahh, I just can't say no to a challenge! But I'll start out as a day tripper and see how if goes.Canada's Capital: Ottawa
Duration: November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Day Tripper: 4/4
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
Inconceivable by Ben Elton 12/11-17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and las tinitial can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
The A.B.C. Murders by Agatha Christie 01/11-17
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR
The Good People by Hannah Kent 22/11-17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Life After Life by Kate Atkinson 05/11-17
I've several challenges scheduled for November, but I'll try to do this as well.Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Day Tripper: 4/4
Explorere: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book that has a building with spires on the cover
H.Y. Hanna,Muffins and Mourning Tea (Oxford Tearoom Mystery, #5) 14 Nov. 2017
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a fruit or vegetable on the cover AND
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc)
Maya Corrigan, By Cook or by Crook (Five-Ingredient Mystery, #1) 16 Nov. 2017
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover
Amber Boffin, Lethally Green (Maggie Flanagan Mystery, #1) 18 Nov. 2017
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book with a garden on the cover
Laura Childs, Dragonwell Dead (Tea Shop Mystery, #8) 12 Nov. 2017
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian
Vicki Delany, Elementary, She Read (Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery, #1) 24 Nov. 2017
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why)
Julia Spencer-Fleming, Out of the Deep I Cry (Reverend Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Alstyne, #3) 9 Nov. 2017
As a child I was terrified by the cemeteries, now I don't like them, although I find the American ones more "peaceful" than the European ones. This cover with the graves in the middle of the snow and the red blood-colored sky gives me a bit of shivers, but I find it intriguing too: I can't get it out of my head ..
Welcome Marina & Patrizia! I'm not too worried about deadlines in the group. Feel free to work on the challenge for as long as it takes.
Jan wrote: "Welcome Marina & Patrizia! I'm not too worried about deadlines in the group. Feel free to work on the challenge for as long as it takes."Fantastic! One of the books I chose for this challenge will be out November 28 and I don't know if I could read it in three days ...
Patrizia wrote: "Fantastic! One of the books I chose for this challenge will be out November 28 and I don't know if I could read it in three days ..."Delete it! This morning I found a book on my TBR list that is perfect to take the place of the one what will come out at the end of the month.
LOL...glad you found something that will work better Patrizia!!
Sign me up pleaseCanada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book that has a building with spires on the cover OR
✱ Read a book tagged Gothic on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL. Megan Abbott You Will Know Me 11/06/17
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a fruit or vegetable on the cover OR
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET. Miriam C. Davis The Axeman of New Orleans: The True Story 11/10/17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover The Woman in Cabin 10 Ruth Ware 11/03/17
✱ Read a book where the characters go ice skating or take a boat ride OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book with a garden on the cover OR
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE. Robert Galbraith The Cuckoo's Calling 11/20/17
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian Shari Lapena The Couple Next Door 11/02/17
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WAR MUSEUM.
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book tagged HORROR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK. Lisa Wingate The Story Keeper 11/12/17
Canada's Capital: OttawaNovember 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6 of 6 Completed
✔ 1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
Exit West - Mohsin Hamid - 11/21/17 - MH
✔ 2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
Broken Bones - Angela Marsons - 11/22/17 - AM
✔ 3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
Eight Hundred Grapes - Laura Dave - 11/4/17 - LD
✔ 4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
The Liar - Nora Roberts - 11/20/17
✔ 5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WAR MUSEUM.
Greyfriars Bobby - Eleanor Atkinson - 11/5/17 - EA
✔ 6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
A Merciful Death - Kendra Elliot - 11/12/17 - KE
Are we reposting when finished?FINISHED
Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
Flight Alyssa Rose Ivy 11/2/17
2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
Split Second Kasie West 11/6/17
3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover - a river
Walk the Edge Katie McGarry 11/11/174. Garden Promenade
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
Coraline Neil Gaiman 11/12/17
5. Canadian War Museum
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage
Woods Runner Gary Paulsen 11/15/17
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.
Pivot Point Kasie West 11/5/17
Yes please! Great job JoAnne!!!
I'm finished the first level; I think I'll try the second...
Nice job Patrizia!! If you finish the 2nd level go ahead and re-post your finished challenge.
I'll go to Explorer level.
I can't repost right now (cats in my lap with mean eyes every time I start to move) , but wanted to silently and no movingly celebrate my first finished challenge here.
Yay Kim!!! Mustn't disturb kitty...LOL :)
Hey Kim....just noticed you read Stillhouse Lake and loved it...5 stars!!! I may move it up my list.
Jan wrote: "Hey Kim....just noticed you read Stillhouse Lake and loved it...5 stars!!! I may move it up my list."I want to read that one too!
Kim, I have the same problem but with dogs!
Finished.Thank you for the challenge.
Canada's Capital: Ottawa
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Explorer: 6/6
Attractions
√1. Parliament Hill:
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL. - Reykjavík Nights: Murder in Reykjavík by Arnaldur Indridason 11.7.17
√2. ByWard Market
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) - Gabri and Olivier run a bistro in Glass Houses by Louise Penny 11.19.17
√3. Rideau Canal
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last name can be found in RIDEAU CANAL. - The Woman on the Orient Express by Lindsay Jayne Ashford 11.8.17
√4. Garden Promenade
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
#15 Miss Zukas Shelves the Evidence by Jo Dereske 11.10.17
√5. Canadian War Museum
√✱ Read a book written by a Canadian - Forty Words for Sorrow by Giles Blunt 11.5.17
√6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why)
by Patricia Wentworth 11.14.17 - the man in sihouette, the body with a knife in the back - it's creepy and haunting
Congrats on finishing!Stillhouse Lake
was so much better than I expected- every time I thought I got it I was surprised. Hope it works for you guys as well.
Jan,I have tried to copy and paste my finished challenge 4 times now that I have insisted the fur babies stay off my lap, but every time my self determined computer and mouse insist on pasting a challenge I did yesterday. No idea why, but if we can give this a pass to prevent a technology meltdown this once I would appreciate it.
Sure thing Kim!!! Don't sweat it....I've marked you down as completed.
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November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
The first capital we are exploring is Canada's beautiful and fascinating city of Ottawa. Here are a few interesting facts to share before we start our visit:
✱ It sits on the south bank of the Ottawa River near Montréal and the US border.
✱ Queen Victoria of Britain chose Ottawa to be the capital of Canada in 1857.
✱ There are 4 distinct seasons with temperatures ranging from 33C in summer to -25C.
✱ It’s a bilingual city with most locals speaking both English and French.
✱ It’s one of the youngest cities in the country with nearly half the population being under the age of 35.
Let's start exploring - choose a level and enjoy your trip!
Day Tripper: 4 Attractions
Explorer: 5-6 Attractions
Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more. When posting updates of completed books, please include a link to the title and author’s name, along with the date you finished reading the book. Please post cover if it is task appropriate. When you have finished the challenge, please copy and paste your entire challenge and re-post in a new message, letting us know it is completed.
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Attractions
1. Parliament Hill:
The magnificent Gothic revival Parliament Hill sits in the middle of the city centre overlooking the Ottawa River. The building is home to the Parliament of Canada, but is also a major tourist attraction. Each morning during summer months, the front lawn is the setting of the daily Changing of the Guard ceremony. Each evening the public is invited to gather again to witness the awe-inspiring Sound and Light show with spectacular lighting effects projected on the Parliament Buildings set to words and music.
✱ Read a book that has a building with spires on the cover OR
✱ Read a book tagged Gothic on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PARLIAMENT HILL.
2. ByWard Market
For nearly 200 years this rollicking public market has played host to artisans, farmers and craft merchants who converge year round to sell fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and specialty items. This downtown market is a great place to wander around and mingle with the locals. It also houses numerous cafés and some of the city’s best pubs and restaurants.
✱ Read a book with a fruit or vegetable on the cover OR
✱ Read a book with a character that works with food (cooks, serves, grows, etc) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BYWARD MARKET.
3. Rideau Canal
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this historic waterway is filled with boaters spring through fall and becomes the world’s largest naturally frozen ice skating rink in winter. The Rideau Canal winds through downtown Ottawa before connecting with the Ottawa River through stepped locks right next to Parliament Hill. It’s a beautiful place for a stroll no matter the season.
✱ Read a book with a body of water on the cover OR
✱ Read a book where the characters go ice skating or take a boat ride OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in RIDEAU CANAL.
4. Garden Promenade
If visiting gardens a priority, then this is for you! The Garden Promenade is a 15 km circuit that celebrates Ottawa’s garden culture by showcasing 40 gardens and over 70 garden experiences in Canada’s Capital Region. The route is focused where many main tourist attractions are located. If you like to explore on your own, you can use the interactive maps and routes to plan your visit on foot, by bike, by public transportation, or by car.
✱ Read a book with a garden on the cover OR
✱ Read book #15, #40 or #70 from your TBR OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GARDEN PROMENADE.
5. Canadian War Museum
Canada's rich military history is showcased here through artifacts, personal stories, artwork, photos and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand your knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians and the world. Rest and reflect in Memorial Hall, discover the Museum's fascinating architectural theme and chat with a veteran to let history come alive.
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book written by a Canadian OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WAR MUSEUM.
6. Haunted Walk of Ottawa
Learn about the infamous history and darker side of the city with this spooky tour. It focuses on Ottawa’s dark past, where you will hear haunting stories about some of the city’s most famous spots: Bytown Museum, the Ottawa Jail Hostel and the Fairmont Chateau Laurier. Tours are led by guides cloaked in black and holding lanterns.
✱ Read a book with a cover you find “haunting” (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book tagged HORROR on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in HAUNTED WALK.